PART III TRANSLATION

Directions: Translate the following text into Chinese. Write your translation on the ANSWER SHEET. (15 points)

            46. You know the moment-the conversation slows and then there's apause. It's awkward,and so awkward that some people will panic and say anything. Do we all find such silences so stressful? Researchers analyzed the frequency and impact of gaps greater than 2 seconds during conversations, including an overview of previous studies which indicate that the fear of awkward silences is so extreme that people are likely to avoid talking to strangers, even though doing so is likely to be an enjoyable experience.

            During conversations with short gaps, people feel more connected to their conversation partners. But such feelings of connection markedly dip when entering a long gap, Long gaps between strangers are likely to be followed by a change in topic. But the opposite seems to be true for conversations between friends, Long gaps there saw increased connection between friends, Longer gaps seem to provide natural moments for reflection and expression.

PART IV WRITING

47. Suppose you are planning a short play based on a classic Chinese novel, Write your friend John an email to

1) introduce the play and

2) invite him to take part in it

You should write about 100 words on the ANS WER SHEET. Do not use your own name. Use "Li Ming"instead.(10 points)

48. Write an essay based on the chart below. In your writing, you should

1) interpret the chart, and

2)give your comments

You should write about 150 words on the ANSWER SHEET.(15 points)

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